Work has begun on the first phase of a third terminal at DAR, with completion expected during 2015.

Transfer between terminals

There are no shuttle services, but taxis are available to ferry passengers between the two terminals. Terminal 1 caters for general aviation and charter services, while Terminal 2 houses international airlines and airlines operating regional and scheduled flights.

Driving directions

The airport access road is reached from Nyerere Road (formerly known as Pugu Road), which connects to central Dar es Salaam to the northeast.

Car rental

Car hire at Julius Nyerere International Airport is available from Tanzania Rent a Car and Avis (desks are in located the Arrivals area). Alternative rentals can be arranged in town.

Public transport and taxis

Bus:City buses are easily accessed from Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, with stops located 500m (600 yards) from the terminal. Services run 24 hours a day and the journey to the centre takes around 40 minutes at a cost of around TZS200.Shuttle:Many hotels provide shuttle bus services for their guests. Contact the relevant hotel for full details.Taxi:Airport taxis are available for hire to any destination in the city. Travellers are advised to negotiate a price before setting off, as taxis are not metered. Fares range TZS20-25,000, and journey time to the city centre is anything from 20-60 minutes depending on traffic.

Car parking

Free car parking is available in front of Terminal 1. Parking is charged at the busier Terminal 2.

Money: There are banks, ATMs and a bureau de change at the airport.Communications: A post office is located on-site, Wi-Fi access is currently not available.Food: There are three restaurants at Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport: one in the public area, and two in Departures.Shopping: There are both duty-paid and duty-free shops within the terminals, as well as several gift shops and a pharmacy.Luggage: A lost and found desk is located in the arrivals lounge. Porters are available to assist with luggage.Other facilities: Several travel agents operate at the airport.

Conference and business facilities

There is a conference room that's normally used by airport stakeholders for hosting meetings, seminars and training – call TAA (tel: 22 284 2402/3) for further information. A business lounge is also available within the airport. Several hotels in central Dar es Salaam have conference and business facilities, including the Golden Tulip Hotel Dar es Salaam (tel: 22 260 0288; www.goldentulipdaressalaam.com).

Disabled facilities

Wheelchairs are available – passengers should request any special assistance from their airline at the time of booking. Services and information for disabled travellers are provided by the Ground Handling Company (tel: 2228 44611).

Airport hotels

There are no hotels at Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport, but many of the larger hotels in the city have shuttles to/from the airport. Our Dar es Salaam Julius Nyerere International Airport guide includes the following hotel:

Golden Tulip Dar es SalaamLocated roughly 18km (8 miles) from the airport, the Golden Tulip can be reached directly along the airport road. It is a luxury property with views over the ocean, and offers extensive business facilities.Toure DriveDar es Salaam, TanzaniaTel: 22 260 0288.Web: www.goldentulipdaressalaam.com

Accomondia HotelSituated on the eastern fringe of the city along the airport road, the Accomondia is equipped with a business centre and meeting rooms, restaurant offering breakfast, lunch and dinner, and on-site pastry café. Airport transfers to and from the hotel can be booked in advance. Wi-Fi is also available free of charge.Gerezani, 66 Nkrumah StreetDar es Salaam, TanzaniaTel: 658 060 141.Web: www.accomondiahotel.com